Steak and Shrimp Stir Fry with Veggies

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Steak and Shrimp Stir Fry with Veggies

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 Description

This Steak and Shrimp Stir Fry is a quick, high-protein meal loaded with juicy beef, tender shrimp, and crisp vegetables tossed in a rich garlic-soy sauce. It’s bold, savoury, and comes together in under 30 minutes—perfect for busy nights when you still want restaurant-quality flavour at home.

 Servings

Serves: 2–3 people

 Ingredients

🥩 Protein

  • 200–250g steak (sirloin or flank), thinly sliced
  • 200g shrimp, peeled and deveined

🥦 Vegetables

  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 1 bell pepper (sliced)
  • 1 carrot (julienned)
  • 1/2 onion (sliced)

🥣 Sauce

  • 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp oyster sauce (optional)
  • 1 tbsp honey or brown sugar
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch (mixed with 2 tbsp water)
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 tsp ginger (grated)

🔥 Cooking

  • 2 tbsp oil (vegetable or sesame)

 Instructions

  1. Prep ingredients:
    Slice steak thinly against the grain and pat shrimp dry.
  2. Cook steak:
    Heat 1 tbsp oil in a pan or wok. Sear steak for 2–3 minutes until browned. Remove and set aside.
  3. Cook shrimp:
    In the same pan, add shrimp and cook for 1–2 minutes per side until pink. Remove.
  4. Stir-fry veggies:
    Add remaining oil, then sauté garlic, ginger, onion, broccoli, carrot, and bell pepper for 3–4 minutes until slightly tender but crisp.
  5. Combine:
    Return steak and shrimp to the pan.
  6. Add sauce:
    Pour in soy sauce, oyster sauce, honey, and sesame oil. Stir well.
  7. Thicken:
    Add cornstarch slurry and cook for 1–2 minutes until sauce thickens and coats everything.
  8. Serve:
    Serve hot over rice or noodles.
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 Notes

  • Slice steak thin for tenderness
  • Don’t overcook shrimp—they cook fast
  • Keep veggies slightly crisp for best texture

 Tips

  • Use high heat for authentic stir-fry flavour 🔥
  • Add chilli flakes or sriracha for spice 🌶️
  • Marinate steak for 10 minutes for extra flavour

Nutritional Info (Approx per serving)

  • Calories: 380
  • Protein: 35g
  • Fat: 18g
  • Carbs: 18g

 Benefits

  • High in protein 💪
  • Packed with vitamins from vegetables
  • Balanced and satisfying meal
  • Quick and easy for busy days

 Q&A

Q: Can I use frozen shrimp?
A: Yes, just thaw and pat dry before cooking.

Q: What cut of steak is best?
A: Sirloin or flank for tenderness and flavor.

Q: Can I make it low-carb?
A: Yes, serve with cauliflower rice.

Q: Can I meal prep this?
A: Yes, stores well for 2–3 days.

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